München (Munich) Gay And Lesbian Munich

Although Bavaria has a reputation for traditionalism, gay nightlife thrives in Munich, centering around Müllerstr. and Gärtnerpl. in the Glockenbachviertel, and stretching from south of Sendlinger Tor through the Viktualienmarkt/Gärtnerpl. area to the Isartor. The crowd is mostly late 20s to 40s. Pick up Sergej, Munich’s “scene magazine,” at Max&Milian Bookstore, Ickstattstr. 2 (☎089 260 3320; open M-Tu and Th-F 10:30am-8pm, W 10:30am-2pm and 3:30-8pm, Sa 11am-4pm) for listings of gay hot spots. Also try Our Munich, available at the tourist office. Schwules Kommunikations- und Kulturzentrum, Müllerstr. 43 (www.subonline.org), offers an array of services as well as a cafe and library for gay men. (Information ☎089 260 3056, staffed daily 7-11pm; violence hotline ☎089 192 28, daily 10am-7pm. Some English spoken. Center open M-Th and Su 7-11pm, F-Sa 7pm-midnight.) For lesbian information, call Lesbentelefon. (☎089 725 42 72. Open M and W 2:30-5pm, Tu 10:30am-1pm, Th 7-9pm.)

• Morizz, Klenzestr. 43 (☎089 201 6776). U1 or U2 to “Frauenhofer Str.” Subdued ambient lighting and stylish decor create an intimate interior that attracts a mixed crowd. Settle into the chic low chairs for a mixed drink (€7.60-8.50) and upscale Thai dishes, served until 12:30am (€6-15). Open M-Th and Su 7pm-2am, F-Sa 7pm-3am. MC/V.
• Cafe Selig, Hans-Sachs Str. 3 (☎089 23 88 88 78; www.einfachselig.de). U1 or U2 to “Fraunhoferstr.” Sleek wooden tables and striking red contemporary art attract a diverse crowd (mixed by day, mostly gay Sa-Su and at night) to this chic locale. The modern cafe and bar also serves international coffees, homemade cakes, and strudel (€5-7). Open M and W-Sa 9am-late. AmEx/MC/V.
• Bei Carla, Buttermelcherstr. 9 (☎089 22 79 01). Take S1-S8 to “Isartor,” then walk south on Zweibrückenstr., take a right on Rumfordstr., a left on Klenzestr., and a left on Buttermelcherstr. Women in their 20s and 30s flock to this warm, inviting lesbian bar for conversation, drinks, and darts amidst tropical decoration. Limited menu. Open Tu-F 4pm-2am, Sa 6pm-3am. Cash only.
• Inges Karotte, Baaderstr. 13 (☎089 201 06 69). U1 or U2 to “Frauenhoferstr.” or S1-S8 to “Isartor.” This small lesbian bar attracts an eclectic, friendly crowd with Schlager set to techno beats and carousel horses suspended from the ceiling. Open M-Sa 6pm-1am, Su 4pm-1am. Cash only.
• Bau, Müllerstr. 41 (☎089 26 92 08; www.bau-munich.de). U1 or U2 to “Fraunhoferstr.” Broad rainbow stripes on the door and posters of leather-clad men on the walls suit the heavy-duty construction theme of this gay club and bar. No mixed drinks—only beer (€2.70) and liquor (€2.50). Compulsory €3 membership comes with a shot of schnapps. Drinks buy 1 get 1 free M 8-10pm; “beer bus” (every beer is €1 less than the one before) Th 8-10pm and 1-3am. Open daily 8pm-3am. AmEx/MC/V.
• Kr@ftakt, Thalkirchenstr. 4 (☎089 21 58 88 81; www.kraftakt.de). Munich’s only gay internet cafe features a bar and a street cafe, popular for breakfast (3-9am) and brunch. The simple but stylish cafe with minimal black tables and airy windows attracts a mixed clientele who come here more to socialize than to check email. Happy hour W 7-9pm (beer €1); all cocktails €4 Th 7-10pm. Internet €1 per 30 min, free Wi-Fi. Open M-Th and Su 10am-1am, F-Sa 10am-3am. MC/V.
• N.Y. Club, Sonnenstr. 25 (☎089 62 23 21 52; www.nyclub.de). U1-U3 or U6 to “Sendlinger Tor.” Munich’s premier gay club. Enormous white lounge couches and multiple dance floors accommodate the club’s well-dressed visitors. DJs spin electro and house. Cover from €6. Open Th-Sa, and holidays from 11pm.